Your wedding day is a thrilling but hard time in your life. The last thing you want to worry about is what to buy for wedding guests as favors, bridal accessories for the wedding, or gifts for your wedding party. However, you will want to thank your wedding guests and bridal party to show your appreciation for their love and support on your wedding day. The following are some suggestions and tips:
Choosing unique gifts is a perfect way to say, thanks. Purchasing bridesmaids gifts that are personalized like an engraved piece of jewelry, a favorite spa product, or a personalized handbag adds a special touch to your present. You'll be telling each of your friends that you had her in mind while you were shopping. Giving bridesmaid's gifts that are different for every member of the bridal party shows good taste instead of simply purchasing a bunch of the same items to give to everybody.
Your maid or matron of honor will have an important place in your heart and in your bridal party as well. A gift that is unique and personalized like something engraved with a special message will bring tears to both your eyes. Necklaces, music boxes, jewelry boxes, and bracelets can all be engraved to add touching sentiment to your gift.
Selecting unique groomsmen gifts can a particular challenge. For the most part, men aren't going to go for a gift that's sentimental. They like cool things, but finding groomsmen gifts can be challenging. Try to come up with groomsmen gifts that are more practical--something that the men will actually use rather than things that are heavy on the side of emotion. That doesn't mean groomsmen gifts should be void of friendship or connection, it just means that your groomsmen will be more appreciative of a gift that's useful. Think about giving gifts that are hand made to your groomsmen. Put together coupon books that are redeemable for dinner at your place or a double date. You can also get polo shirts personalized with their names or initials.
You're also going to need to get favors for guests. Homemade wedding favors have become a tradition that's expected, and you ought to have something for each guest to take home. Avoid outdated fruitcakes and instead think of fun things that represent you as a couple or something practical people will enjoy. There also isn't a need to go too far overboard on wedding favor costs, either. Something thoughtful, small, and generic is perfect.
Buying wedding party favors and unique bridal party gifts will be easier if you've got an idea of what style and colors you would prefer before you go to the store. Don't put things off until you are totally overwhelmed by all of the choices that are on the shelves. Above all, resist the urge to browse! By sticking to the list that you prepared for your wedding favor needs and bridal party favors, you will keep your expenses down and leave with just the items you intended to purchase and finish your shopping on time.
Your wedding is a truly important day. Preparation and having some self control should help you to stay away from shopping for last minute gifts that aren't going to mean as much. Stay with your list, shop wisely, and save time for much needed pampering and attention to last-minute details on your special day.
It's seven days (or less) before the big day. You likely have a host of last-minute details that need to be attended to. It's going to be a very busy week but do try to schedule some "me" time as well. Now is the time to enlist the help of family and friends to help you finalize your arrangements. Confirm your travel arrangements for your honeymoon, give the caterer a final head count of guests, go over your arrangements with the following: photographer, band or DJ, and limousine company. The reservations for the rehearsal dinner need to be confirmed at this point.
The time to pack your bag for your honeymoon is early in the week before the wedding. Later on, and especially the day of the ceremony, you will be far too busy to attend to this. By the same token, take the time to confirm all your travel arrangements(including accommodation and method of transportation) and get your travel documents in order (if required).
The caterer you have chosen will require a final head count in order to prepare meals for your guests. Instead of assuming that those people who have not yet responded to your invitation are not coming to the wedding, have someone contact them to clarify whether or not they will be attending. This will eliminate the awkwardness of having additional guests to feed. You might also want to ask whether the caterer prepares a certain number of "extra" meals above the head count they are given.
You will also need to go over arrangements with your photographer, DJ or band members, and the limousine company if you have hired one. Go over what your expectations are for the day of the wedding and to confirm the schedule for the day's events. If there is a balance owing for any of these services, now is a good time to arrange payment of the same. In the event that you do not feel comfortable paying the balance in full before the wedding, let the service providers know that they will be paid on the wedding day and who will be responsible for delivering the balance to them. Be sure to ask the service providers what payment methods they accept so that you can prepare a separate envelope for each of them.
As the rehearsal dinner is generally held the night before the wedding, it is important to contact the venue for the dinner to confirm the date and time, as well as to let them know the number of people attending. Many couples take this opportunity to thank their parents and the members of the wedding party for all their help and support during engagement period. Take some time to plan what you would like to convey to these very important people in your life. It's not always easy to express your appreciation to those who matter the most – write a few notes to refer to, if you think it would be helpful. The last thing you want to do is to leave someone out.
It seems like there are a million and one details that need to be attended to during this time, but do schedule some time for you to do something you feel is relaxing. Get a massage, go to a movie, or take a walk or a drive, or go the gym. The important thing is to take a step back and do something for you. The last thing you want on your wedding day is to have a bridal meltdown.
In short, get organized and deal with the last-minute items that need to be confirmed before the big day. Don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it. Once you get the details confirmed, you can then step back, relax, and enjoy your special day.
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